Privacy Policy
Effective Date: July 1, 2026
The American College of Podiatric Physicians and Surgeons (“ACPPS,” “we,” “our,” or “us”) respects your privacy and is committed to protecting the personal information you provide to us through our website, membership services, educational programs, conferences, and communications.
Information We Collect
We may collect information you voluntarily provide, including:
- Name
- Email address
- Phone number
- Mailing address
- Professional credentials
- Membership information
- Payment information (processed securely by third-party payment providers)
- Any other information you choose to submit through our website or forms
We may also collect limited technical information such as IP address, browser type, and website usage through cookies and analytics tools.
How We Use Your Information
We use your information to:
- Process memberships and renewals
- Register you for conferences, webinars, and educational programs
- Respond to inquiries and provide customer support
- Send membership updates and important notices
- Process payments
- Improve our website and services
- Comply with applicable legal obligations
SMS Messaging Privacy
We will not share your opt-in to an SMS campaign with any third party for purposes unrelated to providing you with the services of that campaign. We may share your Personal Data, including your SMS opt-in or consent status, with third parties that help us provide our messaging services, including but not limited to platform providers, phone companies, and any other vendors who assist us in the delivery of text messages.
All the above categories exclude text messaging originator opt-in data and consent; this information will not be shared with any third parties.
Sharing of Information
We do not sell your personal information.
We may share information with trusted service providers that assist us in operating our organization, including:
- Payment processors
- Event registration platforms
- Membership management providers
- Email and messaging providers
- Website hosting providers
- Technology vendors
These providers are required to protect your information and use it only to provide services on our behalf.
Cookies and Analytics
Our website may use cookies and similar technologies to improve your browsing experience, analyze website traffic, and enhance our services. You may disable cookies through your browser settings.
Data Security
We implement reasonable administrative, technical, and physical safeguards designed to protect your personal information from unauthorized access, disclosure, alteration, or destruction.
Your Choices
You may:
- Update or correct your personal information
- Request access to the information we maintain about you
- Opt out of marketing emails using the unsubscribe link
- Opt out of SMS messages at any time by replying STOP
- Request assistance by replying HELP to SMS messages
Third-Party Websites
Our website may contain links to third-party websites. ACPPS is not responsible for the privacy practices or content of those websites.
Changes to This Privacy Policy
We may update this Privacy Policy periodically. Changes will be posted on this page with an updated effective date.
Contact Us
The American College of Podiatric Physicians and Surgeons (ACPPS)
Email: adele@americancollegepps.com
Phone: 847-881-3400